Job Description

Tamil Video Editor - Social Media (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram)

Location

: Chennai

Job Type

: Full-Time

Experience

: 1-3 years (Freshers with strong editing skills can apply)

Language

: Proficiency in

Tamil (speaking, reading, writing)

is mandatory.

Job Summary

We are hiring a skilled and passionate

Tamil-speaking Video Editor

to create compelling, engaging, and fast-paced content for

YouTube

,

Facebook

, and

Instagram (Reels & Shorts)

. The ideal candidate must have a strong grasp of

current affairs, Tamil culture, and trending social media formats

, especially in

political and crime news

.

Key Responsibilities

Edit videos for YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, including reels, shorts, stories, and full-length content. Cut and repackage long-form news clips into short, viral social videos. Add

Tamil text overlays

, subtitles, effects, transitions, logos, and background music. Work closely with journalists and social media team to deliver videos on daily deadlines. Ensure videos are optimized for

Tamil-speaking audiences

and platform-specific algorithms. Create catchy

thumbnails

and titles to increase clicks and engagement. Stay updated on

Tamil Nadu news trends

, memes, and viral topics.

Requirements

Proficiency in Tamil (must be able to read and type Tamil fonts). Proven experience in editing news, political, or social media content. Strong skills in

Adobe Premiere Pro / After Effects/ Adobe Photoshop

. Experience with

YouTube Shorts

,

Instagram Reels

, and

Facebook Videos

. Ability to handle tight deadlines and quick turnarounds. Creativity in storytelling and visual design. Basic graphic design skills using Photoshop, Canva, or equivalent (preferred).

Portfolio Required

Please share your

portfolio or sample videos

- especially news, reels, or Tamil content (YouTube links or Google Drive welcome).

Whatsapp: 8072571521

Email: news4tamilchennai@gmail.com

Compensation

Full-Time

: ₹15,000 -
30,000/month (based on experience & performance) Performance bonuses for viral content and high-reach reels.
Bonus Points

Experience with

political/news channels

Understanding of

Google News, YouTube SEO

, or

Facebook engagement

Voiceover or script editing skills in Tamil (optional but a plus)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person